High school soccer: Boys and girls regional playoff pairings

March 2, 2026 - 05:17

The road to state glory is now mapped out for dozens of the region's top teams, as the CIF Southern California Regional soccer playoff pairings have been officially released. The brackets, covering both boys and girls competitions across multiple divisions, promise a week of intense action culminating in championship matches this Saturday.

Qualification was earned through performance in the recently concluded CIF Southern Section and San Diego Section championships. Teams that captured section titles, or were runners-up in highly competitive divisions, received automatic berths. The selections highlight the depth of talent across Southern California, with schools from Orange County to the Inland Empire and San Diego represented.

Playoff action kicks off this Tuesday, February 27th, with first-round matches hosted by higher-seeded teams. The competition will continue through the week with semifinals on Thursday, setting the stage for the regional finals. Winners will advance to represent Southern California in the CIF State Championship games.

Fans can expect fiercely contested matches as programs look to add a prestigious regional crown to their season's accomplishments. The pairings set the stage for potential rematches of classic league and section rivalries, adding another layer of drama to the postseason.